How To Fix R1462 - ID type &2 and ID number &3 do not exist for business partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 462

• Message text: ID type &2 and ID number &3 do not exist for business partner &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1462 - ID type &2 and ID number &3 do not exist for business partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message R1462 indicates that there is an issue with the identification type and number associated with a business partner in the system. Specifically, the message states that the ID type and ID number do not exist for the specified business partner. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing ID Type/Number: The ID type (e.g., tax ID, social security number) and the corresponding ID number for the business partner are not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The ID type may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be valid for the business partner category.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the ID type or number, leading to a mismatch.
  Business Partner Not Created: The business partner may not have been created properly, or the relevant identification data was not included during creation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and search for the business partner in question.
  Verify that the ID type and ID number are correctly maintained in the relevant views (e.g., General Data, Identification).
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data:
  
  If the ID type and number are missing, you can add them by editing the business partner data.
  Ensure that the ID type is valid and corresponds to the correct category of the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for business partner identification types in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the ID type is defined and active for the business partner category you are working with.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entered for the ID type and number to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Make sure that the ID type is appropriate for the business partner (e.g., a company vs. an individual).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the ID types and their usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned that may require specific identification types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R1462 error and ensure that the business partner's identification data is correctly maintained in the SAP system.